Woman's death in popular park might be suicide

A woman found dead Monday night in a car at Anheuser-Busch Sports Park on the Northwest Side probably shot herself, police say.

A woman found dead Monday night in a car at Anheuser-Busch Sports Park on the Northwest Side probably shot herself, police say.

The body of Pamela Sparrow, 56, of the Northwest Side, was found at 6:15 p.m., after people noticed a strong odor coming from the car. The car was parked on a lot near one of the softball fields but was not in a space.

Police cordoned off the area in the popular park at 4990 Olentangy River Rd. while they investigated. They said they found a handgun, and suicide was suspected.

An autopsy determined that the woman died of a gunshot to the head, but the manner of her death will be left open pending further testing and until police conclude their investigation.

Those experiencing suicidal thoughts can contact a 24-hour suicide-prevention hot line at 614-221-5445.

tdecker@dispach.com

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